Russian University Recognised as One of the Most Beautiful in Europe

Lomonosov Moscow State University’s main building made it to the top ten of the most impressive structures.

Times Higher Education, a prestigious rating agency released the list of the most spectacular university buildings in Europe. Lomonosov Moscow State University is in the top 10. MSU main building was erected in 1953; the construction lasted five years. Lev Rudnev was design supervisor while solutions for the foundation and frame of the building were offered by Nikolai Nikitin, Ostankino Television Tower chief architect. The 240-meter tall building is crowned by a five-pointed star framed by ears of wheat glittering brightly on sunny days thanks to their coating of aluminium and yellow glass. The observation deck is on the 32nd floor opens a beautiful view of Moscow.